The Role
"Odyssey of an actress. Daughter. Wife. Woman."
Originally released in 1977. The Role is a drama/music film. directed by Shyam Benegal. With a runtime of 2h 16m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Smita Patil, Anant Nag, and Naseeruddin Shah
Synopsis
The film follows the life of a successful film star, revealing her increasing alienation in a role both glamorized and patronized by society. After being forced into show business by her family, she spends her time between studios and disastrous love affairs, and feels more and more dissatisfied.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 11, 1977
48 years ago
Runtime
2h 16m
136 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (17 votes)
Language
Hindi
Original language
Country
India
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- HI
Production Companies
- Blaze Film Enterprises
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Role about?
The film follows the life of a successful film star, revealing her increasing alienation in a role both glamorized and patronized by society. After being forced into show business by her family, sh...
Who directed The Role?
The Role was directed by Shyam Benegal.
How long is The Role?
The Role has a runtime of 2 hours and 16 minutes (136 minutes total).
When was The Role released?
The Role was released on November 11, 1977 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Role?
The main cast of The Role includes Smita Patil, Anant Nag, Naseeruddin Shah, Amrish Puri, Amol Palekar.